The Allen School Advising team strives to provide relationship-focused advising and holistic support to solve problems, navigate barriers, & empower Allen School students in their journey through higher education.
We do this by:
Providing helpful information and guidance to prospective and current CSE students.
Fostering a school atmosphere where all students feel welcomed and included.
Reviewing and updating Allen School services and policies to ensure CSE students receive an excellent educational experience.
Contact: ugrad-adviser (at) cs.washington.edu
Meet the Team
Aubrey Weaver
Title: Assistant Director of Undergraduate Advising Email: weavera(at)cs.uw.edu Name Pronunciation: Aw-bree Weaver Pronouns: she/her Fun Facts: I grew up in a small farming town in Oklahoma, and my high school graduating class only had 22 students. I have a golden retriever named Murphy who I am likely to bring up in most conversations because he’s the best boy!
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Thank you for taking time to learn more about the Allen School Undergraduate Student Services Team and our academic advising staff. Our team has an incredible passion for working with students to help them achieve their educational goals and aspirations. We strive to provide robust support to our students and work alongside them as they navigate their college journey. As a first generation college student from rural Oklahoma, I know firsthand the impact that a college education can make on the trajectory of a student’s life. I earned my Bachelor’s of Arts in Journalism and Broadcasting in my home state and recently earned my Master’s of Arts in Organizational Leadership. I started my career in education working in undergraduate admissions, and I’m excited to use my knowledge of recruiting and serving prospective students to support current UW students throughout their academic journey. Although I did not attend the UW, I consider myself a Husky at heart after working at the university, and I look forward to meeting you during your time at the UW and in the Allen School. In my freetime, I enjoy spending time outdoors hiking, camping, skiing, snowshoeing, and running. I also enjoy a good book or TV series, and I’ve been known to watch the same TV series multiple times, even though I already know the ending.
Austin
Title: Lead Academic Adviser Pronouns: he/him Fun Facts: I love traveling and have been to 10 countries across Asia, Europe, South America, and North America. I have a personal goal to visit all continents by age 40. I also love cooking and baking and am always excited to get new recipe recommendations!
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I am originally from rural small town Idaho, but have learned that I am a city dweller at heart. After high school, I moved to Oregon where I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Linfield University. While I enjoyed the STEM classes and research I was involved with, the most impactful experiences I had were outside of my coursework. Studying abroad in Hong Kong, competing with the Speech & Debate team, and my student-employee jobs as a TA, Peer Adviser, and Admission Ambassador were all experiences that helped me discover my love for teaching and empowering students, and that drastically changed my interests and career path. After college, I spent time teaching English abroad, worked as an AmeriCorps member, and as a Professional Recruiter, and eventually realized I loved my college experience so much that I never wanted to leave! What drives me is working with students to help them articulate future interests and goals, and connect that to a plan to help get you there! I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and know first-hand how important it is to provide safe and accessible spaces for all students to learn and grow. I am currently working towards my Master’s of Education in Adult & Higher Ed, and in my free time I love exploring the beautiful PNW, camping, playing board games, and binging shows on Netflix.
Rakeb
Title: Lead Academic Adviser Pronouns: she/her Fun Facts: I usually get questions about my last name. It is actually my father’s first name. My family is from Ethiopia and naming conventions don’t typically include family names, instead you are given your father’s first name so the only other person in my family with the same last name as me is my sister!
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I am a proud first-generation college student and graduate of the University of Washington where I received my bachelor’s degree in Biology. I’ve loved being part of the UW community for over a decade as a student and staff member in various roles from working as a research assistant to advising graduate students and now undergraduate students! My passion is supporting students as they navigate their educational goals through a holistic advising lens. I immigrated from Ethiopia with my family over 20 years ago and have called Washington home ever since. Community is very important to me and I spend my free time with family and friends, playing and eating delicious food.
Charlotte
Title: Senior Academic Adviser Pronouns: she/her Fun Facts: I love to be creative! During undergrad, I made jewelry out of broken china and sold it at local farmers markets to help pay for tuition. I also love to sing. I joined my first choir at the age of 8 and I’ve been a member of Seattle Ladies Choir since 2015. So far, I am the only member to have been in every section (Soprano 1 through Alto 2)
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I love living in Washington, and think that my hometown, Walla Walla (the town so nice they named it twice) is one of the cutest gems in the state. I have a Masters of Education in College Student Services Administration from Oregon State University and a passion for supporting first generation college students. I’ve worked at UW for almost a decade and love working with Engineering students.
Hector
Title: Academic Adviser Pronouns: he/him Fun Facts: – I love playing guitar and other instruments and attending local shows and concerts! I love to run and hike and am currently training to do a half marathon!
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I was born in Texas and throughout my life have moved frequently and have lived in California and Oregon. I eventually settled back to Austin, where I began studying political science and eventually changed majors to Business at Seattle University, where I graduated with a Bachelors in Arts. I began working at Seattle Central College after graduating and eventually made the move to University of Washington, moving into an Academic Adviser role. In my free time, I enjoy playing guitar, listening to music, running and traveling.
Jill
Title: Academic Adviser Pronouns: she/her Fun Facts: I am a Seattle sports fan, a bagel and ice cream enthusiast, a skier, and a forever Husky!
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I was born and raised in Spokane, Washington and moved to Seattle in 2014 to pursue my undergraduate degree at the UW and have been here ever since. A true Washingtonian! I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in Biology and more recently with my master’s degree in Leadership in Higher Education also from the UW (go dawgs!). Through various volunteer experiences including with the Pipeline Project at UW, and at the Neighborhood House, I realized my passion for working in education and directly with students. This led to a career change and pursuit of a master’s degree which has now brought me to the Allen School as an Academic Adviser! I strive to create inclusive, engaging, and meaningful learning environments where students from all backgrounds and walks of life feel supported and comfortable to be their true authentic selves. In my free time, I love exploring all of the amazing outdoor spaces Washington and the PNW have to offer. I enjoy hiking and being on the water in the summer, and skiing in the winter! I also always love a movie night with my favorite ice cream, moose tracks.
Cassie
Title: Academic Adviser Pronouns: she/her Fun Facts: I love to run, go camping, and be active outdoors! After moving to Seattle, I began mountaineering, and my favorite trip to date has been summiting Longs Peak in Estes Park, CO with my husband. It was our first 14er (i.e., mountain that is at 14,000 feet or higher)! Our next goal is to summit Mount Rainier.
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A Midwesterner at heart, I grew up in a suburb of Kansas City, Kansas with my family. After high school, I moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota where I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Minnesota. As an undergraduate, I did research on the public harassment of runners, was an officer of the Minnesota Running Club, and worked in several student services roles on campus. Once I graduated, I moved to Seattle with my husband and started in an administrative role at UW before joining the Allen School as an Academic Adviser. I’m very passionate about my hobbies and love to stay busy when I’m not supporting students! Right now, I’m spending my free time running with Club Northwest, mountaineering, learning CrossFit, traveling and camping on the weekends, trying new vegan recipes, and volunteering with the National Intercollegiate Running Club Association. In addition to my hobbies, my family and friends are very important to me, and I make it a priority to visit and spend time with them as much as possible!
Alan
Title: Academic Adviser Pronouns: he/him/el Fun Facts: Back in Texas, I was a freelance journalist who covered local historical and community events. During my formal years, I was passionate in culinary arts and competed in various cooking and baking competitions.
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Howdy y’all! I am new to the PNW and originally from South Texas (Rio Grande Valley) . My partner and I moved to Washington during the summer of ‘23. I obtained my bachelor’s in Social Work along with a minor in English from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley where I later became a Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Engineering Advisor. Through my past professional and personal experiences, I have found my passion in higher education and more specifically, in guiding students through the intricacies of their educational journeys. As a first-generation Chicano Mexican American graduate, I aspire to create a safe space where students from varying paths can pursue their goals and feel supported in their choices. During my free time, I enjoy traveling, cooking, watching documentaries/horror movies, and learning new things every day.
Arielle
Title: Front Desk Coordinator & Advising Assistant Pronouns: she/her Fun Facts: I’m a huge foodie – I’ve been to over 200 restaurants/cafes/dessert shops in Seattle, with about 80 of those restaurants being in the U-district. Some of my favorites in Seattle include Kin Len Thai, A+ Hong Kong Restaurant, Nana’s Green Tea, Salt & Straw, and Snowy Village.
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I grew up in Everett, a suburb north of Seattle. I moved down to Seattle where I attended UW and received a B.S in Psychology and Statistics. While in university, I was a research assistant for a few different labs/studies and also a student employee for the Allen School. After graduation, I started working full time at the Allen School. In my free time, some of the things I enjoy doing are baking, reading, watching Great British Bake Off and sitcoms, exploring new places, trying new cafes and restaurants, and spending time with my friends.
